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SUMMARY:Decoding Intersectionality in Education: Identity\, Power\, and Collective Action
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides educators with a practical framework for understanding intersectionality in education. Participants explore how identity\, power\, and oppression shape school experiences\, examine dominant and colonial narratives\, and consider decolonizing approaches. The session concludes with strategies for moving from awareness to action through solidarity\, coalition‑building\, and collective advocacy for educational justice. \nPresented by NJEA & Forty Four Training and Consulting.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/decoding-intersectionality-in-education-identity-power-and-collective-action/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270224T163000
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SUMMARY:Teacher Leadership and the Teacher Leader Academy
DESCRIPTION:A teacher leader is someone who maintains their teaching role while also providing instructional leadership in their school community. Teacher leaders hold various titles and roles: instructional coach\, professional development expert\, school-community liaison\, mentor\, lead teacher\, and more. Teacher leadership is an evolving field\, and so new roles and titles are established by different schools and districts all the time. Join us for an overview of the Teacher Leader Academy and the benefits of being a teacher leader. \nPresented by NJEA PDII Staff. \n 
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/teacher-leadership-and-the-teacher-leader-academy-3/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270301T163000
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SUMMARY:Part 2-We Will Never Stop Teaching Black History
DESCRIPTION:Overview: This follow-up session moves from understanding to action. We will focus on: \n*   Designing lessons and units that center African American history authentically\n*   Using hip-hop\, primary sources\, and inquiry-based learning to deepen student engagement\n*   Navigating resistance\, policy challenges\, and community dynamics\n*   Building sustainable practices that ensure this work continues beyond a single lesson or month \nParticipants will actively begin drafting or refining instructional plans they can immediately implement in their classrooms. \nPresented by  NJEA Members:  Sundjata Sekou\, Talena Lachelle Queen\, Muneerah Higgs and Sari Alburtus
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/part-2-we-will-never-stop-teaching-black-history/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270308T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270308T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T161032
CREATED:20260610T172951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T173055Z
UID:122435-1804523400-1804530600@learning.njea.org
SUMMARY:Roots & Routes: Centering Africa and the Afro-Latin Diaspora in Our Classrooms
DESCRIPTION:This dynamic two-hour virtual workshop immerses K–12 educators in centering Afro-Latin histories and perspectives. Through collaborative activities and source analysis\, participants explore ways to help students meaningfully connect the Transatlantic Human Trade to contemporary identity\, culture\, and justice across the Americas. Educators will leave empowered to design lessons that deepen understanding\, challenge stereotypes\, and elevate historically underrepresented voices in their classrooms. \nPresented by NJEA’s PDII Consultants: Theresa Maughan & Tamar LaSure-Owens.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/roots-routes-centering-africa-and-the-afro-latin-diaspora-in-our-classrooms/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270323T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270323T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T161032
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SUMMARY:Harnessing the Power of Graphic Novels in the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Graphic novels and comic books are an integral tool in increasing literacy and engagement in the classroom. Through this workshop\, educators will learn the scholarship and research behind the benefits of using comics and graphic novels in the classroom while also gaining access to learning activities and materials to support this work. Participants will learn about the current research on literacy in social studies and how graphic novels improve literacy\, reading comprehension\, and engagement. \nPresented by NJEA & Teach Asian American Stories.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/harnessing-the-power-of-graphic-novels-in-the-classroom-2/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270404T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270404T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T161032
CREATED:20260610T171950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T172216Z
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SUMMARY:Ace the Interview! Tips and Strategies for All Educators
DESCRIPTION:This dynamic workshop helps educators feel prepared\, confident\, and empowered for the interview process. Whether you’re launching your career or exploring a new professional chapter\, you’ll gain insider insight into what to expect and learn practical\, confidence‑building strategies to showcase your strengths and tell your story effectively. Open to all NJEA and NJAEA members. \nPresented by NJEA & NJ Aspiring Educators Association.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/ace-the-interview-tips-and-strategies-for-all-educators/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270406T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270406T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T161032
CREATED:20260610T175951Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching the Holocaust Through Diaries
DESCRIPTION:This program explores the use of first-person diary accounts as a powerful entry point for Holocaust education. Educators will discover strategies for using personal narratives to foster empathy\, historical thinking\, and deeper student engagement with this critical period in history. \nPresented by NJEA and The New Jersey Commission on Holocaust Education. \n 
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/teaching-the-holocaust-through-diaries/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270412T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270412T183000
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CREATED:20260610T191915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T192112Z
UID:122441-1807547400-1807554600@learning.njea.org
SUMMARY:Better Understanding Generation Alpha
DESCRIPTION:Generations are shaped by shared life experiences and historical influences that affect how individuals learn\, connect\, and grow. This interactive session explores Generation Alpha and their development in a digital\, diverse\, and post‑pandemic world. Participants will examine identity\, relationships\, mental health\, and technology use while gaining practical\, research‑based strategies to support students through relationship‑building\, social‑emotional learning\, and digital literacy. \nPresented by NJEA & SEL4NJ.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/better-understanding-generation-alpha/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270420T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270420T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T161032
CREATED:20260610T200941Z
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UID:122443-1808238600-1808245800@learning.njea.org
SUMMARY:What's Going on with AI?
DESCRIPTION:This workshop explores how young people are using AI\, including the benefits and risks of the increasingly popular technology. Participants will examine key concerns including misinformation\, mental health impacts\, AI companions\, and image-based sexual abuse\, while emphasizing the importance of AI literacy\, critical thinking\, and responsible use related to privacy\, relationships\, and consent. This session also considers how AI can be thoughtfully integrated into sex education. \nPresented by NJEA and Answer
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/whats-going-on-with-ai/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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